2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1980 Fiat 127
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1980 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
